Resource Type: Research paper or report
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Using Network Analysis in the Creation of Referral Linkages: Organizational Network Analysis
February 2014 — An organizational network analysis is the first step for organizations to understand how their work relates to that of other organizations in the same area. The analysis provides systemic data to guide decision making and consists of data collection activities that describe community organizations and the services they provide and identify linkages between organizations.…
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Economic Strengthening for Female Sex Workers: A Review of the Literature
May 2014 — This publication reviews the literature on economic strengthening interventions for risk reduction and HIV prevention among female sex workers. It identifies best practices and opportunities for further research. Included are an overview of intervention approaches, existing research on the needs and financial practices of sex workers and an analysis of interventions designed to meet…
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Digital Finance for Development: A Handbook for USAID Staff
May 2014 — This handbook is designed to enable U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) personnel to maximize the agency’s use of and contribution to the growth of digital financial services in emerging markets around the world. There are significant comparative advantages to the collective effort required to build out financial services and market infrastructure that serve…
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Effectiveness Evaluation of the Pilot Program for Treatment of Opioid Dependence with Methadone
May 2014 — This evaluation examines the results of a pilot program that was undertaken in Hai Phong and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The program aimed to reduce high-risk behaviors and HIV transmission among heroin-dependent individuals and to inform the scale-up of methadone maintenance treatment in Vietnam. The evaluation is available in English and Vietnamese.
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Region XII Early Math Initiative Report from Kids Play Math to FHI 360
November 25, 2014 — The report and executive summary provide information on the Kids Play Math program in the United States, which was implemented as part of the Region XII Early Math Initiative. The project involved a partnership between the Kids Play Math project and FHI 360 to support the implementation of the math program in migrant…
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Nutritional Status of Adults with HIV in Outpatient Clinics in Vietnam Assessment Report
May 2014 — This report examines the results of a study that assessed the nutritional status, food consumption and factors affecting nutritional status among adults living with HIV in Vietnam. The study was conducted in 2011 by the National Institute of Nutrition, with support from FHI 360’s Food and Nutrition Technical Assistance III (FANTA) project, which…
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Program Evaluation of the Primary Health Center Enhancement Project in Andhra Pradesh, India
September 2012 — This resource is an evaluation of a one-year pilot conducted in 20 primary health centers in the state of Andhra Pradesh, India, to respond to the growing HIV/AIDS epidemic. The pilot was done as part of the FHI 360 DAKSH project.
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Assessment of Community- and Family-Based Alternative Child-Care Services in Ethiopia
December 2013 — With the number of orphans and vulnerable children in Ethiopia on the rise, proper care for these children is a concern. FHI 360 conducted a study to assess and generate evidence regarding the scale and quality of existing community- and family-based alternative child care services in Ethiopia.
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Trends in ICTs for Youth Workforce Development
October 6, 2014 — This report addresses the benefits and challenges of using information and communications technologies (ICTs) in youth workforce development projects. As an important contribution to the field, the literature review and analysis of 17 workforce development training programs that have incorporated ICTs highlight current trends and provide guidance for implementers who want to…
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Integration of Global Health and Other Development Sectors: A Review of the Evidence (summary brief, full literature review)
2014 — The demand for evidence-based human development solutions is growing. At the same time, experts are considering whether and when integrated and multisector approaches work best to achieve broad global development goals. As part of its commitment to designing and delivering effective integrated human development solutions, FHI 360 conducted a literature review to synthesize the…